1989 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |